Scope and Contents This collection contains correspondence, minutes, financial reports, newsletters, and membership directories from the Carolinas Dahlias Society (CDS). Also a part of the collection are annual dahlia show schedules, tuber sales promotional material, and membership materials from the American Dahlia Society. Of special interest are articles on dahlia growing and varieties. Much of the collection is from dahlia expert and member, Allen Haas, who served in various positions with CDS and the...

Scope and Contents This collection contains correspondence, articles, minutes, publications, and financial records from the American Dahlia Society (ADS) that provide details of the organization's development and activities. Minutes from the annual meetings include reports from the treasurer and from committees such as the Trial Garden Committee. Also a part of the collection are articles written by Henrietta Maria Schroeder Stout (1875-1942), dahlia breeder, gardener, author, and founding member of the...